That’s even her voice you hear in the game as well! River has a smile that could light up the room, she could be guided easily, she took direction, and she shared her love with everyone.īurgess went on to detail how everyone that came across River immediately fell in love with her and that the personality of Dogmeat was very much modeled after her. When the team was researching German shepherds for the role of Dogmeat, they were met with “countless images of Gerrman Sheperds snarling, all teeth and attack postures.” Not River.

Where a lot of “working” dogs are known for their faces, River was known for her love. River was the model for Dogmeat, but her facial expressions were what truly made her the perfect fit for the Fallout role.

He even noted that River even won an award for her dutiful work with the game. Dogmeat is right up there with the Mabari from the Dragon Age series for me, a good boy just doin’ their best and making our lives a little bit better along the way.īurgess detailed River’s life in the thread talking about how much this amazing little furball helped impact Dogmeat’s presence in the game. It’s my firm belief that animals in games makes them infinitely better and having them as a companion (that does not get killed in-game, thank you very much) is the absolute best. XiUszPtOnMĭogmeat, in the game of Fallout 4, was a loyal companion that could help rebuild settlements, fetch needed materials, and was always there to offer a smile to the Survivor in a world where happiness is a rare find.

He wants you to be safe and happy.Īnd if love is River’s legacy, I am contented. He grounds you in the world, will always stand by you, lead you to your family, and anticipate your needs.

Dogmeat from fallout 4